The Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed significant losses today, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index dropping 2.85% on October 13, 2025, driven by investor concerns across various sectors.
Bearish Turn in the Market
On October 13, 2025, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a sharp downturn as the KSE-100 Index fell by 4,654.77 points, closing at 158,443.42, marking a 2.85% decline. Market sentiment remained negative amid uncertainties across financial and political landscapes.
Highs and Lows
During the trading session, the KSE-100 Index reached a high of 161,988.12 and a low of 157,678.01. The PSX saw 569,596 trades with a total volume of 1.37 billion shares and a traded value of PKR 62.47 billion.
Sector-Wise Performance
Most major indices witnessed losses. The KMI-30 Index fell 3.45%, while the Oil & Gas sector index (OGTI) dropped 4.36%. Declines were observed in the Commercial Banks, Cement, and Technology sectors as well.
Top Movers
Despite the downturn, select stocks displayed resilience or high volumes, offering brief moments of optimism to investors. However, the overall breadth of the market remained negative with a predominance of declining stocks.
Investor Outlook
The significant drop in the market indicates prevailing investor caution. Market participants are advised to monitor fundamental developments and consider diversifying their portfolio to manage risk effectively.